GE dishwasher door not closing
Common reasons your GE dishwasher door is not closing
The most common reasons your GE dishwasher door is not closing are a broken door spring, damaged door hinge or a broken door latch assembly.
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Door Hinge11% of the time it's the
Door Latch Assembly12% of the time it's the
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Most common repairs needed to fix a GE dishwasher
Door Spring Replacement
A broken door spring can jam against the door hinge and prevent the dishwasher from closing. You typically can see a broken door spring without disconnecting electrical power to the dishwasher and pulling it out of the cabinet slightly. Pulling the dishwasher out of the cabinet is a task best left to a professional. When you suspect that a broken door spring is preventing your dishwasher door from closing, have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert fix the problem.
Door Hinge Replacement
If the dishwasher door is not closing and you see a bent door hinge, you’ll likely need to have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert visit your home and fix the dishwasher. A bent door spring will jam against the base of the dishwasher and you won’t be able to shut the door. The technician will need to pull the dishwasher slightly out of the cabinet and replace the bent door hinge. Both door hinges are typically replaced at once to keep the door operating smoothly.
Door Latch Assembly Replacement
When you find that the door is not closing on your dishwasher, check for a broken door latch assembly. A strike at the top of the dishwasher opening fits into a slotted catch in the door latch assembly. Spring-loaded clips inside the catch of door latch assembly grab the strike and hold the door shut during the dishwashing cycle. A broken door latch assembly won’t allow the strike to enter the catch so the door won’t shut properly and the cycle won’t start. Schedule a Sears Home Services Repair Expert to fix your dishwasher when a broken door latch won’t let the door shut properly.
What to expect when you experience a GE dishwasher door not closing issue
How is the door not closing problem fixed?
Correcting most door not closing problems usually involves replacing the door spring, door hinge or door latch assembly. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a dishwasher door that is not closing
When the dishwasher door is not closing it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dishwasher failures.
What to look out for with a dishwasher door not closing diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dishwasher problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
When your GE dishwasher door refuses to latch, the unit may leak or fail to start at all. Bent hinges or worn seals typically cause this hiccup. Don’t risk water damage—contact a dishwasher repair service near me. A properly sealed door ensures each cycle runs smoothly from start to finish.
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Additional possible GE dishwasher symptoms you may experience
- GE dishwasher won't power on
- GE dishwasher not powering on
- GE dishwasher blinking lights
- GE dishwasher dishes not clean
- GE dishwasher burning smell
- GE dishwasher leaking
- GE dishwasher noisy
- GE dishwasher no heat
- GE dishwasher not washing
- GE dishwasher start light blinking
- GE dishwasher lights flashing and will not start
- GE dishwasher display not working
- GE dishwasher start button blinking
- GE dishwasher start button flashing and beeping
- GE dishwasher leaking from bottom
- GE dishwasher not draining
- GE dishwasher not drying
- GE dishwasher not filling
- GE dishwasher no power
- GE dishwasher no water
- GE dishwasher not heating
- GE dishwasher not spinning
- GE dishwasher not starting
- GE dishwasher not working
- GE dishwasher detergent not dispensing
- GE dishwasher won't drain
- GE dishwasher won't start cycle
- GE dishwasher won't turn off
- GE dishwasher not turning on
- GE dishwasher heated dry not working
- GE dishwasher won't turn on no lights
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